Trump recognizes Jerusalem as capital of Israel; Hamas: Decision 'opens gates of hell'

Donald Trump has officially announced his decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, where he plans to relocate the American embassy. The US President admitted the move will cause dissent, but says it could help resolve the Arab-Israeli conflict. TrendsUS recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's сapital

"Today, we finally acknowledge the obvious - that Jerusalem is Israel's capital. This is nothing more or less than a recognition of reality," said Trump in a pre-scheduled speech at the White House.

"Israel is a sovereign nation with a right like every other sovereign nation to determine its own capital. Acknowledging this is a fact is a necessary condition for achieving peace," continued the US President, who called Israel "one of the most successful democracies in the world."

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